Museums

İstanbul is not merely a city that tells of its past; it is a true open-air museum that brings its story to life at every corner. Having hosted countless civilizations over thousands of years, the city’s museums offer one of the most engaging and inspiring ways to explore Istanbul’s layered history.

Spanning from archaeology to science, from maritime heritage to military history, and from palace life to the world of belief, these museums present the journey of Istanbul and Anatolia from past to present in a clear, accessible, and inspiring language. Ancient artifacts, mosaics, scientific discoveries, and contemporary exhibition narratives gently draw visitors into the city’s collective memory, transforming the exploration of Istanbul into a more enjoyable and meaningful experience.